Oahu Weather Forecast for September 03, 2026
A strong pressure gradient has developed over the state as a strong high sits north of the state and Major Hurricane Lowell passes several hundred miles south...
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Oahu Surf Forecast for September 03, 2026
Swells from Hurricane Lowell will steadily fill in across rest of the island chain today and will likely produce advisory level surf for south and southeast...
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Oahu News:
Governor Josh Green Signs Emergency Proclamation as Hurricane Lowell Passes South of Hawaii, preparing the island chain for three approaching hurricanes this weekend. In environmental news, NOAA offers a $20,000 reward for information related to the death of an endangered monk seal on Molokai. Education expanded with 18 new public prekindergarten classrooms opening across Oahu. Transit ridership hit a new high as Skyline recorded over 14,000 rides with students returning for fall semester. Meanwhile, the Amazon fulfillment center zoning decision in West Oahu was deferred by the Honolulu Planning Commission. Lastly, the city is expanding the Mental Health '3' initiative to better assist individuals in crisis through a new partnership with the Honolulu Police Department.
Governor Josh Green Signs Emergency Proclamation as Hurricane Lowell Passes South of Hawaii
Gov. Green declares State of Emergency, pre-positions resources ahead of Tropical Cyclones
Office of the Governor – News Release – Gov. Green Declares State of Emergency, Pre-Positions Resources Ahead of Tropical Cyclones
Mayor Blangiardi asks Honolulu residents to prep now for Lowell impacts
'Lowell to remain a major hurricane when it makes its closest approach to Hawaiian Islands'
'Lowell remains Category 4 hurricane; could bring storm impacts to western portions of the state by next week'
'Kaua‘i Island Utility Cooperative tells customers to get prepared ahead of Hurricane Lowell'
'Lowell to Hit Kauai?'
Maui News
Dengue virus detected in wastewater sample from Hawaiʻi Island
The Hawaiʻi Department of Health is reporting that a wastewater sample from Hawaiʻi County has tested positive for dengue virus. The sample was collected Aug. 24, 2026, at the Hilo wastewater treatment plant and DOH was notified of the result Aug. 31, 2026. A follow-up sample was collected on Aug. 31; those results are pending. DOH is not currently tracking any active dengue cases in Hawaiʻi County.
Maui man pleads guilty to bank robbery
United States Attorney Ken Sorenson announced that Justin Nelson, 43, of Kīhei, Maui, appeared Thursday, Sept. 3, before US Magistrate Judge Wes Reber Porter and entered a plea of guilty to bank robbery. Sentencing is set for Dec. 18, 2026 before Senior US District Judge Helen Gillmor.
Mayor Bissen urges USPS to preserve home mail delivery for Lahaina residents rebuilding after wildfire
Mayor Richard Bissen is urging the US Postal Service to preserve and restore direct home mail delivery for Lahaina residents rebuilding homes destroyed in the 2023 Maui Wildfires, emphasizing that "returning families should not lose an essential service simply because they were forced to rebuild."
Gov. Green declares State of Emergency, pre-positions resources ahead of Tropical Cyclones
Gov. Josh Green signed an emergency proclamation (EP) covering the entire state to support preparations for and potential impacts from Hurricane Lowell, Hurricane Karina, Tropical Storm Marie and any additional storms that could affect Hawaiʻi.
County of Maui continues to prepare, encourages readiness ahead of hurricanes Lowell and Karina
County of Maui departments continue to respond to damage from Tropical Storm Lala while preparing for possible impacts from hurricanes Lowell and Karina. With multiple weather systems interacting, there is more uncertainty in forecasts, National Weather Service officials have emphasized. Meanwhile, officials are echoing calls for community members to stay prepared during this above-normal hurricane season.
Kaua‘i News
Authorities seek help identifying man found dead along Kapaʻa shoreline
Kauaʻi authorities are appealing for public assistance to identify a man found deceased on Wednesday morning along the shoreline near Pono Kai Resort.
Hurricane Lowell to remain a powerful hurricane, high surf advisory issued for south-facing shores
Swells generated by Lowell will likely cause life-threatening surf and rip current conditions and are predicted to affect portions of the Hawaiian Islands beginning today.
Kaua‘i Island Utility Cooperative tells customers to get prepared ahead of Hurricane Lowell
As the cooperative continues preparing for the possibility of additional storm activity, members are encouraged to review their personal emergency preparedness plans and make sure they are ready for the possibility of prolonged power outages
Island of Hawai‘i News
Lowell remains Category 4 hurricane; could bring storm impacts to western portions of the state by next week
Lowell is moving further away from Hawai‘i Island and is now 465 miles south-southwest of Hilo.
Kona Airport runway reopens after crack forces temporary suspension
Kona International Airport's runway has reopened following a crack that led to its temporary closure, which disrupted several flights and caused diversions to Kahului Airport.
Waipiʻo Valley Road traffic emergency zone to continue to November
Waipiʻo Valley Road is restricted to Hawaiʻi County residents, permitted tour operators, and Native Hawaiians exercising traditional rights using low-range, four-wheel-drive vehicles.
Woman’s remains found along shoreline in Waipio Valley; identity unknown
Authorities are investigating the death of an unidentified woman found decomposed along the Waipiʻo Valley shoreline.
President approves Major Disaster Declaration for Hawaiʻi Island following magnitude 6.0 earthquake in May
The Hawaiʻi Emergency Management Agency Administrator encourages residents to document their losses, contact their insurance providers and apply before the Nov. 1 deadline, "even if they are unsure whether they qualify.”
